The hit Huber took in Pittsburgh last year was vicious and raised questions with the league regarding safety. His fractured jaw and neck injury aren't much of a concern, though, and Huber expects to be at his standard punting duties for training camp.

UNDERRATED STORYLINE: Punt returner

The addition of Darqueze Dennard offers flexibility at the corner position and could open up opportunity for Adam Jones to take on more punt returning duty. If that is the case, Brandon Tate would see his niche role decrease. Few can doubt the dynamic ability of Jones returning kicks, and this could play into Tate's roster fate.

TIER SYSTEM

Huber enjoyed one of his best seasons last year and ranks among the best in the NFL. Nugent hit two game-winners but lacked consistency. The return game wasn't bad: Tate ranked ninth in kickoffs and 13th in punt returns.

BY THE NUMBERS: 82 -- Nugent only attempted 22 field goals last year, connecting on 18. His 82 percent conversion was better than only seven regular kickers.

Position battle: Kick returner

The position has been held down by Tate the last few years, but his numbers aren't overwhelming. He finished last year ninth in the NFL in yards per return (26.1), but lacked the game-breaking ability desired. You could do much worse than Tate, but you could also do better.

PROJECTION

Tate will hang on to a roster spot, but Jones spends more time returning kicks than last year. Jones continues his streak of never calling for a fair catch that dates back to 2007.